Greeks in LA is pleased to announce the 1st Greek Soccer Camp taking place this SUMMER. The Greek National Soccer Technical Staff and Pro Athlete Kostas Katsouranis will be coming to LA to meet, train, and coach youth and adults, bringing our culture and athleticism together to Greek Americans. The locations will be announced shortly and are tentatively set up in the Long Beach area. This event is open to all ages, girls and boys, and for all skill levels! Day passes will be available for parents and people who want to watch as well. Let’s all come together in the spirit of athleticism and have some FUN this summer with GREEK Soccer! Registration is OPEN NOW on www.greeksinLAsoccer.com and only has 300 spots available.

This event is co-sponsored by the Orthodox Theological Society in America (OTSA) and the Orthodox Christian Studies Center. n 2016, the leaders of the autocephalous Orthodox Churches from around the world will gather at the Ecumenical Patriarchate in Constantinople/Istanbul for a much discussed and anticipated Council. This conference is a series of papers, panel discussions, and a research poster competition addressing several themes from the Agenda for the Great and Holy Council: Autocephaly and Diaspora The Canonical Impediments to Marriage Ecumenical Relations The Contribution of the Orthodox Church to the Realization of Justice, Freedom, Brotherhood, and Love among Peoples Fasting regulations His Eminence Metropolitan Kallistos (Ware) of Diokleia will present the Florovsky Lecture, the keynote of the conference. A scholar at the University of Oxford who lectures throughout the world, Metropolitan Kallistos resonates equally with laypersons and clerics, on both timeless mysteries and urgent contemporary concerns. For a listing of[...]

On this tour, Jul 1 – 12, 2015, a brand new itinerary improves on past experience for an ideal 11 day/night tour featuring the best of the Black Sea coast, inland Colchian kingdom, and exotic highland regions of Svaneti and Racha. This is a feast for the senses, and one of the best Monastery Tour itineraries yet! Destinations include the 6-7th century churches of Jvari, Ateni Sioni, and Martvili, the 10th century Svan chapels of Latali, Lenjeri, Nakipari, and Ushguli, the 11-12th century Gelati cathedral, Svetitskhoveli cathedral, and Nikortsminda cathedral, and fantastic vistas of the West Georgian coastal, inland, and highland regions. Contact the tour leader for the tour brochure and full itinerary. For more information: http://www.georgianchant.org/tours/monastery/?utm_source=Tours+Org+Representatives&utm_campaign=2cad371e44-Tours_July_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_beb6aa5fc1-2cad371e44-

Featuring 48 Icons and Artifacts from the British Museum This compelling selection of icons and artifacts from the renowned British Museum traces the stylistic development of sacred art from ancient Byzantium, the center of Christian civilization, to the introduction of Christianity to Russia. The exceptional exhibition of rare icons will also include Byzantine cast metal objects, ivories and engraved gems. Learn more.. http://museumofrussianicons.org/en/special-exhibits/upcoming/ On View through August 29, 2015

Typikon of the Monastery of Our Lady of Good Hope. Oxford, Lincoln College, Bodleian Library (Lincoln College, Ms. Gr. 35, fol. 12r, detail) SESSION TITLE: The Empire of the Palaiologoi: Ruin or Renewal? I: Cultures in Transition SESSION DATE: Jul 9, 2014 (2:15 PM – 3:45 PM) The Empire of the Palaiologoi: Ruin or Renewal? I: Cultures in Transition The entry of Michael VIII Palaiologos into Constantinople in 1261 seemed to herald a new beginning for the Byzantine empire. Although it is easy to point to the empire’s ultimate demise, more recent scholars have shown that old narratives of decadence and decline are misguided. Astonishing feats of adaptation can be seen, alongside intense intellectual, literary, theological and artistic energy. The Palaiologan period saw the blossoming of new ideas, intense self-examination and unprecedented cultural engagement. This session examines different aspects of change in Palaiologan society, highlighting their unique contributions to Byzantine[...]

The IMC seeks to provide an interdisciplinary forum for the discussion of all aspects of Medieval Studies. Paper and session proposals on any topic related to the European Middle Ages are welcome. However, every year, the IMC chooses a special thematic strand which – for 2015 – is ‘Reform and Renewal‘. The theme has been chosen for the crucial importance of both phenomena in social and intellectual discourse, both medieval and modern, as well as their impact on many aspects of the human experience. The International Medieval Congress (IMC) is organised and administered by the Institute for Medieval Studies (IMS). Since its start in 1994, the Congress has established itself as an annual event with an attendance of over 2,000 medievalists from all over the world. It is the largest conference of its kind in Europe. Drawing medievalists from over 50 countries, with over 1,800 individual papers and 650 academic sessions[...]

Instructor: Jonathan Pageau The course is offered as a retreat with lodging and meals provided. It begins with an introductory lecture at 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 7. and ends Saturday, June 13 at 10:00 a.m. Make travel plans accordingly. The workshop is open to 12 students. May 1, 2015 is the deadline for payment in full. Registrants after May 1 will be placed on a waiting list. ​For more information: http://www.hexaemeron.org/#!st-thomas-carving/c1jbp

Under the Auspices of our Beloved Father His Grace Bishop Youssef, we are pleased to announce the dates for the annual Florida Hymns Camp! Hymns Camp serves all youth going to 4th to those going to 12th grade in the fall of 2015. God willing the camp will take place during July 8-11 for the boys and July 12-15 for the girls. During the camp we will learn hymns, have fellowship with one another, and at the end of the camp we will go on a trip to Universal’s Islands of Adventure. For more information: http://stverenafl.org/Page/Florida-Hymns-Camp-2015

Iconographer: Erin Kimmet (Annunciation Press Icons) This workshop is for campers ages 15-18, or entering the 9th grade. This program will be separate from the main Summer Camp Program, as the participants will spend the majority of the week learning how to write a traditional Byzantine icon. While artistic or drawing ability is helpful, all you need is the desire to learn more about the sacred art of Iconography. The week will be spent learning the basics of writing a traditional icon, with trips off-camp to a local iconographer and to a local monastery. For more information: http://avcamp.org/programs/sacredarts/iconography

Practical liturgical training for deacons and lay diaconal candidates will be supported by celebration of the Divine Liturgy and other services. Intensive workshops aim to provide participants with the skills needed to serve effectively in the Orthodox Church as an attentive server, deacon, or priest. Attention will be given to the liturgical patterns of movement that inform the entire rite of the Church. Participants will also receive guidance on concelebrations and hierarchical celebrations so that they can effectively prepare for such occasions. In addition to practicums, focused presentations by faculty will augment the deacon’s understanding of his place in the liturgical life of the Church and the deacon’s broader vocation as a symbol to the faithful of the diakonia of Christ our Lord. Instruction in public speaking and vocal technique will also be offered. For more information: http://www.svots.edu/events/ninth-annual-diaconal-liturgical-practicum

Our annual summer camp for youth going into 4th grade through College Freshman in the Fall. There will be fellowship, prayer, teachings, singing, games, a climbing wall and zip-line, refreshing pool and water slide, pick-up football, soccer, ultimate frisbee, and volleyball games, and a talent/no-talent show – all in beautiful Southern Indiana! It will be a week filled with wonder and one you won’t soon forget – don’t miss it for the World! For more information: https://www.saintjohnscamp.org/events/sc2015/

The courses are designed in close collaboration between faculty members, and are interrelated so that information learned in each class is directly relevant to knowledge acquired in the others. Attentive students are therefore guaranteed a comprehensive understanding of the living Russian Orthodox Liturgical Music tradition, and the skills needed to conduct, sing and read beautifully in their own church choir lofts. The full course of study consists of three summer sessions, at the end of which graduates are certified as Church Choir Directors and/or Readers. For more information: http://sslm.hts.edu/

Holy Virgin Russian Orthodox Cathedral “Joy of All Who Sorrow” on 6210 Geary Blvd. San Francisco, CA 94121 & St. Nicholas Ranch & Retreat Center on 38576 Dunlap Rd. Dunlap, CA 93675 (map) Goya Summer Pilgrimage to San Francisco and St. Nicholas Ranch July 16-25! ***IMPORTANT*** If planning on attending this amazing trip, registration for St. Nicholas Summer Camp (Week 3) must be completed no later than April 15th. This trip is open to youth entering the 8th grade (fall 2015) and older. There are limited spots available and St. Nicholas Ranch Summer Camps fill up quickly! Registration for the appropriate session of St. Nicholas Ranch (session 3) will automatically reserve your spot on the trip. Spots will be reserved on a first come–first serve basis. For more information: http://www.goholytrinity.org/pdf/feb15.pdf

Welcome to the website for the 40th annual Bulgarian Diocesan Convention. To learn more please click on: http://diocesanconvention2015.weebly.com/ We look forward to worshiping and celebrating with you in Akron in July. Please take a look around the website and let us know if you have any questions. All services, meetings, meals, and banquet will be held at: St. Thomas Eastern Orthodox Church in Fairlawn. For more information please contact the following: The Convention Email or St. Thomas Eastern Orthodox Church, or St. Herman of Alaska Eastern Orthodox Church or Danielle Terlonge, St. Thomas Convention Chairperson or Nikki Ives, St. Herman Convention Chairperson

Tickets are now available for Doxacon Seattle 2015, the West Coast’s only Christian-focused science fiction and fantasy conference, that also includes services. It will be held July 17-19, 2015 at Tickets include all three days of programming, panels and talks; social gatherings on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; a continental breakfast and lunch on Saturday.* Last year was a huge success, and a wonderful opportunity to learn and fellowship with others in the faith. For more information on Doxacon Seattle 2015, please visit www.doxacon.org

The faithful of St. Mary are delighted to announce the attendance of our Patriarch and Father in Christ, his Beatitude John X in Boston, to celebrate the 52nd Convention of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America. Join us for an unforgettable week in Boston with friends and family, clergy and laity, young and old. We have a lot of fun things in store for you to have a memorable time! For more information: http://www.antiochian.org/

How to Expand the Mission Recalling St. Patriarch Tikhon’s admonition at the first sobor in Mayfield, this year’s Council will focus on the mission opportunities that have yet to be explored throughout the OCA. Learn more » For more information: http://18aac.oca.org/

An Orthodox pilgrimage and a cultural journey taking place July 26 – August 8 , 2015. Please join us in our travel to the most inspiring holy places and magnificent monuments and museums of Moscow, St. Petersburg, Pskov, Novgorod and Valaam. For more information: http://orthodoxtours.com/

Sail Alaska’s Inside Passage and Discover it’s Orthodox Christian Roots: 14-day cruise. Visit some of the most important sights in Alaskan Orthodox Christian history. Sail though America’s last frontier and explore the beauty and spiritual depth of historic Alaskan Christian sites. This is the mission territory of St. Innocent, St. Juvenaly & St. Herman. Highlights include Anchorage, Kodiak, Homer, & Stika. Join us aboard the Holland America ms Statendam and take in experience the wonder that is Orthodox Alaska. Benefiting the OCMC. Full details available at www.travelorthodoxy.com. For current prices and cabin availability contact Douglas at 713-688-6793 or email travelinfo@culturallycreativetravel.com

With the Blessing of the Council of Bishops, the Offices of Youth & Young Adult Ministry would like to announce choosing a patron saint for the youth of our Archdiocese. This program is designed to give our youth the opportunity to learn about teenage saints of the church and use their voice in selecting one of them to intercede on their behalf with our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Beginning June 15, 2015 the lives of saints Julianna of Olshansk, Christina of Tyre, Julian of Tarsus and Ihor of Chernihiv will be made available on the OYM website. We ask that the youth prayerfully consider who should be their patron. Voting may be done on-line at the same place as the saints lives. Youth may also vote while attending any of the summer camping programs being held this summer at All Saints Camp. Last day for voting is September 5,[...]